Maryland Senate Battling 60 Day Suspension Bill
In Annapolis the Legislature debates a governor backed bill to suspend a driver’s license for refusal to take a blood alcohol test, with a discretionary 60 day limit debated. Amendments test discretionary power of MVA examiners amid a tied Senate vote and late reconsideration. The piece notes local politicos and lobbyists including Del. Joan Pitkin and Rep. Raymond Beck with Kingpin-like Capitol spottings.
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Raymond E. Beck
Carroll Frederick
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Senate votes to ban cameras from trial courts in Maryland
In Annapolis the Senate and House approved bills to bar still and video cameras and tape recorders from criminal and civil proceedings in Maryland circuit and district courts. Gov. Hughes could veto. The broader Senate measure bans devices in both criminal and civil cases, while the House version restricts to criminal trials. Debate centered on free press versus judicial integrity and separation of powers. The outcome may affect ongoing televising of trials started in January for up to 18 months.
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Sears Seng Wo Advec March Readers Offer
An ad brief note references a March issue of Forel tie and a March 7 guide price of 8.87. It mentions convenient options for customers and features a serging item. The reader is urged to check the advertisement for details and availability.
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Deunk driving bill reintroduced by two lawmakers
Washington Democrat Michael Barnes and Senator Claiborne Pell will reintroduce a national drunk driving bill. The plan seeks a comprehensive state safety program with ten day penalties and mandatory treatment while urging a 10 percent blood alcohol limit. Cindi Lamb of Mount Airy will attend along with four DUI victims to push for new Mothers Against Drunk Drivers chapters.
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Claiborne Pell
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Cindi Lamb
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Laura
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Lamb
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Mississippi
Reward offered in Gaithersburg library arson case
Gaithersburg police Crime Solvers post a $1,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the arsonists who set a January 14 fire at the Brooks Avenue library. The blaze caused $200,000 to the building and destroyed over $300,000 in books for the Russell Avenue project, delaying the new library opening. A man was seen near the scene as the fire started. anonymous tips are welcome at 840-2444.
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